BSF shoots dead Pakistani intruder along International Border in Punjab’s Pathankot

The incident occurred near Tashpatan border outpost in Pathankot sector

Tribune News Service

Chandigarh, Updated At : 09:49 AM Feb 26, 2025 IST

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The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled an infiltration bid along the International Border in Punjab in the wee hours of Wednesday and shot dead an intruder.

“During pre-dawn on February 26, BSF troops observed a suspicious movement across the border near Tashpatan border outpost in the Pathankot sector,” a BSF officer said.

An intruder was observed crossing the border and was challenged by the troops but he paid no heed and kept on moving ahead.

Sensing a threat troops neutralised him. His Identity and motive is being ascertained and a strong protest will be lodged with Pakistan Rangers, he added.

BSF shoots dead Pakistani intruder along International Border in Punjab’s Pathankot

Tribune News Service

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